Prehensile Collection

Grape tendril, SEM
Grape tendril. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a curled grape (Vitis sp.) tendril. Tendrils are specialised thread-like stems or leaves that are used by climbing plants for support

Recent additions to the Zoological Society's Collection, Regent's Park, 1864. Creator: Pearson
Recent additions to the Zoological Society's Collection, Regent's Park, [London], 1864. 'The Brazilian monkey (Pithecia Satanas) is from the banks of the Amazon

The Galago, brought by Dr. Livingstone from South Africa for the Zoological Society's..., 1864. Creator: Pearson
The Galago, brought by Dr. Livingstone from South Africa for the Zoological Society's Gardens, Regent's Park, 1864

Pacaya Samiria Reserve, Peru. Brown woolly monkey (Humboldts woolly monkey) hanging by its tail in the jungle

White-faced Capuchin Monkey (Cebus capucinus). Native to Central America. Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras

Close up of coiled tail of Parsons chameleon {Calumma parsonii} showing scales and strong green colouration. Tropical rainforest, Masoala Peninsula National Park, north east Madagascar

Americas, Central America, Puerto Barillas, El Salvador, Critically Endangered Nicaraguan sub-species of the Black-handed or Geoffroys spider monkey (Ateles geoffroyi geoffroyi)

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Red-footed booby (Sula sula websteri) sitting on a branch, Tower (Genovesa) Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. The birds are found in only 5 main colonies in the islands. Date: 18/06/2010

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South America, Brazil, Pantanal. A Black Howler Monkey seen resting on a branch over the Aquidauana River in the Pantanal. This one appears to be wounded on it's face and head. Date: 09/02/2006

Chameleon, Chamaeleo chamaeleon (Common chamaeleon, Lacerta chamaeleon). Outline of prehensile tail and tongue extended to catch a fly

A Kinkajou suspended from a keepers finger by its prehensile tail, London Zoo
3116185 A Kinkajou suspended from a keepers finger by its prehensile tail, London Zoo, September 1925 (b/w photo) by Bond

A Woolly Opossum, with her three young clinging to her, hangs from a branch using her
2563678 A Woolly Opossum, with her three young clinging to her, hangs from a branch using her prehensile tail, London Zoo, September 1913 (b/w photo) by Bond

A Young Collared Tamandua hanging on to its keepers fingers with its prehensile tail
3073893 A Young Collared Tamandua hanging on to its keepers fingers with its prehensile tail as it reaches to hold on to the keepers arm, London Zoo, April 1925 (b/w photo) by Bond

A Young Collared Tamandua sitting at the end of a branch holding on with its prehensile
3073891 A Young Collared Tamandua sitting at the end of a branch holding on with its prehensile tail, London Zoo, 24th April 1925 (b/w photo) by Bond

A kinkajou suspended from a keepers finger by its prehensile tail, London Zoo
3116183 A kinkajou suspended from a keepers finger by its prehensile tail, London Zoo, September 1925 (b/w photo) by Bond

A young Black Howler Monkey sits on a mans arm with its prehensile tail wrapped
2644382 A young Black Howler Monkey sits on a mans arm with its prehensile tail wrapped around his wrist, London Zoo, 1923 (b/w photo) by Bond

A Spotted Cuscus looking down from a branch at London Zoo, September 1914 (b / w photo)
2563671 A Spotted Cuscus looking down from a branch at London Zoo, September 1914 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942)

A young tamandua peeps out of its nesting box, London Zoo, April 1925 (b / w photo)
3116071 A young tamandua peeps out of its nesting box, London Zoo, April 1925 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British

A Kinkajou suspended upside down, from a keepers finger, by its prehensile tail
3245200 A Kinkajou suspended upside down, from a keepers finger, by its prehensile tail, London Zoo, September 1925 (b/w photo) by Bond

The "Wou-wou", or silvery gibbons, 1845. Creator: Unknown
The " Wou-wou", or silvery gibbons, 1845. The " Wou-Wou" or " Moloch, "...is a native of Malacca

USA, California. Close-up of tail of Jacksons chameleon. Credit as: Dennis Flaherty / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont.com

South America, Brazil, The Amazon, Manaus, Amazon EcoPark Jungle Lodge, common woolly monkey, Lagothrix lagothricha. Common woolly monkey hanging from the trees using its prehensile tail

Humboldts Woolly Monkey, 1896. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes
Humboldts Woolly Monkey, 1896. From Lloyds Natural History - Monkeys, Part III, by Henry O. Forbes, LL.D. F.Z.S. &C. and edited by R. Bowdler Sharpe, LL.D. F.L.S

The Variegated Spider-Monkey, 1896. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes
The Variegated Spider-Monkey, 1896. From Lloyds Natural History - Monkeys, Part III, by Henry O. Forbes, LL.D. F.Z.S. &C. and edited by R. Bowdler Sharpe, LL.D. F.L.S

The Red Howler, 1896. Artist: Henry Ogg Forbes
The Red Howler, 1896. From Lloyds Natural History - Monkeys, Part III, by Henry O. Forbes, LL.D. F.Z.S. &C. and edited by R. Bowdler Sharpe, LL.D. F.L.S. &c [Edward Lloyd, Limited, London, 1896]

Seahorse, (Hippocampus), 20th century. Artist: CM Dixon
Seahorse, (Hippocampus), 20th century. Name given to 54 species of small marine fishes in the genus Hippocampus, from the Ancient Greek word hippos meaning horse and kampos meaning sea monster

Posterior view of left hand, with labels

Anatomy of back of human hand

Giraffe licking a pole. Close-up of a giraffe (Giraffa camelopardalis) licking a wooden pole. Giraffes have specially adapted lips and a prehensile (highly manoeuvrable)

White Uakari Monkey Hanging from branch with short tail visible Amazonia, Brazil, South America
NG-1037 White / Bald UAKARI Monkey - Hanging from branch with short tail visible Amazonia, Brazil, South America Cacajao c

Three dimensional view of female skeletal system

Bone structure of human left hand with veins
Bone structure of human hand with veins

Human hand with nervous system, lymphatic system and circulatory system

Conceptual image of bones in human hand

Posterior view of left hand

X-ray view of bones in human hand

Conceptual image of rheumatoid arthritis in the human hand
Conceptual image of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in the human hand. RA is a chronic inflammatory disorder that typically affects the small joints in your hands and feet

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Brown Woolly Monkey Common woolly monkey young baby Amazon river basin Manaus Amazonas state Brazil South America. FESTIVE AMAZON

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Brown Woolly Monkey Common woolly monkey young baby Amazon river basin Manaus Amazonas state Brazil South America. FESTIVE AMAZON

African Bush Viper, Atheris squamigera, coiled around a mossy treebranch with its prehensile tail. Masai Mara, Kenya. Controlled situation

The Solomon Island skink, Corucia zebrata, is the largest of all skinks, and is the only skink with a prehensile tail and shows unusual parental care to its large young

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African Elephant (Loxodonta africana) Date:

Harvest mouse (Micromys minutus) the smallest British rodent by weight, with prehensile tails to help them climb, United Kingdom, Europe

Spotted Cuscus - rain forest - North Queesland
JPF-4909 Spotted Cuscus rainforest - North Queesland Spilocuscus maculatus Jean Paul Ferrero contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Solomon Island Giant Skink KEL 220 On branch. Forests, Solomon Islands. Corucia zebrata © Ken Lucas / ardea. com
KEL-220 Solomon Island Giant Skink / Lizard - on branch Foests, Solomon Islands Corucia zebrata Also known as monkey-tailed or prehensile tailed

Geoffroys Spider Monkey (Ateles geoffroyi) aggressively screams and howls to alert the presence of a predator on the jungle floor. Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica

Prehensile Tail Skink, Corucia zebrata, Native to Solomon Islands

Monkeys & Gorilla
Three species of primate: proboscis monkey; coaita monkey; gorilla

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In the lush jungles of Peru's Pacaya Samiria Reserve, a Brown Woolly Monkey swings effortlessly from branch to branch, its prehensile tail acting as a fifth limb. The intricate grape tendril-like structure allows it to navigate through the dense foliage with grace and agility. Meanwhile, in Central America's Roatan island, a mischievous White-faced Capuchin Monkey dangles playfully from tree branches using its remarkable prehensile tail. Native to this region, these intelligent primates have adapted their tails for gripping and hanging onto various surfaces. Venturing further south to El Salvador's Puerto Barillas, we encounter the mesmerizing Parsons Chameleon. Its coiled tail showcases an array of scales that aid in grasping branches securely while blending seamlessly into its surroundings. This incredible reptile is just one example of the diverse wildlife found throughout Central America. At London Zoo, visitors are captivated by the sight of a Kinkajou suspended mid-air by its prehensile tail wrapped around a keeper's finger. These nocturnal creatures possess exceptional climbing abilities thanks to their unique tails which act as an extension of their limbs. In another corner of the world, deep within the rainforests of Americas lies a Woolly Opossum with her three young clinging tightly to her back. Using her strong prehensile tail, she hangs effortlessly from a branch while providing safety and warmth for her offspring. Not far away, we find ourselves face-to-face with a Young Collared Tamandua at the end of a branch. Holding on firmly with its impressive prehensile tail wrapped around nearby foliage, this adorable creature showcases how nature has equipped it with tools for survival in its habitat. From monkeys swinging through trees to chameleons blending into their environment and opossums carrying their young along treetops – all these fascinating animals demonstrate how evolution has granted them the incredible ability to utilize their prehensile tails for various purposes.